Cloudflare has announced the beta launch of D1, a new database that supports read replication. This feature aims to enhance the performance and scalability of applications by allowing users to distribute read operations across multiple database replicas. The article also discusses the benefits and potential use cases of this capability.

Turso Database is a new in-process SQL database written in Rust that is compatible with SQLite and currently in BETA. It supports features like change data capture, asynchronous I/O, cross-platform capabilities, and enhanced schema management, with a focus on reliability and community contributions. Experimental features include encryption at rest and incremental computation, and it is designed for future developments like vector indexing for fast searches.

PostgreSQL 18 Beta 1 has been released, offering a preview of new features aimed at improving performance and usability, including an asynchronous I/O subsystem, enhanced query optimization, and better upgrade tools. The PostgreSQL community is encouraged to test the beta version to help identify bugs and contribute feedback before the final release expected later in 2025. Full details and documentation can be found in the release notes linked in the announcement.